Lyon vs FC Basel Match Preview Prediction Lineups and Betting Tips for UEFA Europa League 2025-26 Showdown
The highly anticipated match between Olympique Lyonnais and FC Basel marks the first encounter between these two clubs. They will clash at the Groupama Stadium in Lyon on October 23, 2025, as part of the UEFA Europa League 2025-26 campaign.
Lyon vs FC Basel Match Preview
Olympique Lyonnais has made a strong start in their UEFA Europa League journey. After securing victories against FC Utrecht and RB Salzburg, they are eager to maintain their momentum at home. In contrast, FC Basel’s performance has been mixed; they lost their opening match to SC Freiburg but bounced back with a win against VfB Stuttgart.
Match Details
- Date: October 23, 2025
- Kick-off Time: 10:15 p.m. IST / 04:45 p.m. GMT / 12:45 p.m. ET / 09:45 p.m. PT
- Venue: Groupama Stadium, Lyon, France
- Referee: Manfredas Lukjančukas
- VAR: In Use
Team Form
- Lyon: Wins in their last two outings, followed by two losses.
- FC Basel: Recently achieved three consecutive wins.
Key Players to Watch
- Pavel Sulc (Lyon): Fresh off a brace in the previous Ligue 1 match, he is a pivotal figure in both midfield and attack.
- Albian Ajeti (FC Basel): A crucial player for Basel, aiming to elevate his performance to secure points for his team.
Injury Updates
- Lyon: Remy Deschamps, Orel Mangala, and Ernest Nuamah will miss the match due to injuries.
- FC Basel: Keigo Tsunemoto and Finn van Breeman are unavailable due to injuries.
Predicted Lineups
| Team | Formation | Predicted Players |
|---|---|---|
| Lyon | 4-2-3-1 | Greif (GK); Maitland-Niles, Mata, Kluivert, Abner; Morton, Tolisso; Karabec, Sulc, Fofana; Satriano |
| FC Basel | 4-2-3-1 | Hitz (GK); Vouilloz, Adjei, Daniliuc, Schmid; Koindredi, Leroy; Agbonifo, Shaqiri, Otele; Ajeti |
Betting Odds and Tips
- Lyon to win: 6/10 (William Hill)
- Martin Satriano to score: 13/2 (Unibet)
- Goals under 3.5: 8/13 (bet365)
Match Prediction
As both teams gear up for this crucial fixture, Olympique Lyonnais is expected to come out on top against FC Basel. A predicted scoreline of 2-1 in favor of Lyon is anticipated.
Television Coverage
- India: SonyLIV, Sony Sports Network
- UK: TNT Sports
- US: Paramount+, TUDN
- Middle East/North Africa: beIN Sports
This match promises to be an exciting encounter in the UEFA Europa League. Fans are eager to witness the showdown between Lyon and Basel, two clubs looking to stake their claim in the tournament.
